“Definitely one to watch” – Sky Sports reporter says Southampton “desperate” to sign £20m star

Southampton are eager to sign Flynn Downes from West Ham United, with the midfielder being a key target for Saints boss Russell Martin. Downes spent last season on loan at Southampton, helping the team achieve promotion to the Premier League, and Martin is keen to bring him back to St Mary’s on a permanent deal.

According to Sky Sports reporter Dharmesh Sheth, Southampton are desperate to sign Downes, but there is a gap in valuation between the two clubs. West Ham value Downes at between £15-20m, and Southampton will need to meet this price if they want to secure his signature.Sheth stated, “Flynn Downes is definitely one to watch.

Southampton are desperate to get Flynn Downes on a permanent deal. There’s a gap in valuation which they will have to work on before West Ham considers selling, but it is clear that Southampton would make him one of their primary targets in this transfer window.

“Downes was a standout performer for Southampton last season, making 37 appearances in all competitions and impressing with his passing ability and work rate. Martin has described him as “the best in the league” and is keen to build his team around the 25-year-old midfielder.Southampton are also interested in signing Jeronimo Domina from Union de Santa Fe, with reports suggesting they have tabled a revised bid for the teenage striker.

Domina has already made 47 appearances for his club in Argentina and has been impressing with his pace and skill on the ball.With Southampton returning to the Premier League next season, they are keen to strengthen their squad and add more firepower to their attack. The signing of Downes and Domina would be a significant coup for the club, and would show their ambition to compete with the top teams in the league.